Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS curtain airbag will most likely deploy.
1) A severe side impact near the front seat or the rear seat activates the SRS curtain airbag.
2) The vehicle rolls onto its side or the roof.
3) If the angle of vehicle tip-up is marginal or if the skidding vehicle’s tires hit a curbstone laterally.
See also:
Wear indicators
1) New tread
2) Worn tread
3) Tread wear indicator
Each tire incorporates a tread wear
indicator, which becomes visible when
the depth of the tread grooves decreases
to 0.063 in (1.6 mm). ...
Safety & Reliability
In crash tests from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, the Forester
earned the top score, Good, in front and side impacts. The SUV was awarded an
IIHS Top Safety Pick designation. Because ...
Efficient cooling after parking in direct sunlight
After parking in direct sunlight, drive with the windows open for a few minutes to allow outside air to circulate into the heated interior. This results in quicker cooling by the air conditioner. Keep ...